Research Technician I, Internal Medicine, Briggs Lab

About the role

Works under general supervision to provide routine technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of fundamental techniques and practices related to a particular field of science. The position is in Dr. Briggs’ lab, which investigates how parasitic helminth infections shape host immunity, integrating experimental models, human immunology, and field‑based studies to advance vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutics for infectious and inflammatory diseases.

Location: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mouse infection studies and coordinate animal husbandry.
• Collect tissues and process samples.
• Support human translational studies through PBMC isolation, biospecimen processing, and laboratory organization.
• Perform molecular and immunologic assays, including flow cytometry, ELISA, nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, and cell culture.
• Maintain laboratory records, inventory, and experimental documentation.
• Participate in data analysis and gradually develop independent experimental and analytical skills under supervision.
• Contribute to collaborative projects involving immunology, parasitology, global health, and vaccine development.

Requirements

• Education: Completion of two (2) years of college or specialized training in histology, medical technology, or a related field; or a High School Diploma (or GED) with coursework in basic sciences such as physics, chemistry, biology.
• Experience: At least one (1) year as a Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent, **or** three (3) years of laboratory experience (including two years as a Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent) with a High School diploma or GED.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage.
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay.
• Paid Time Off, available day one.
• Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
• Paid Parental Leave benefit.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.

Schedule

Full‑time, day shift.